Hypnotherapy Counselling in North West London, London

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Dr. Aziz Anzabi
Counsellor, PhD, ACC-AC
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW11
Through the use of various techniques such as CBT, NLP, BCT, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and family counselling, I have successfully helped all of my clients reduce their problems or fully recover.
I have spent several years working with couples therapy, bipolar, depression ,anxiety disorders, addiction, PMS ,infant loss and OCD .I'm committed to providing counselling with the most up-to-date techniques to build a healing and therapeutic relationship with clients. I will help my client to recover from stress, anxiety, trauma and loss. During the sessions I ensure that the relationship between me and the client is a safe and supportive, one in order to allow the client to freely express their problems. Each session will be fully effective in order to help my patients solve or overcome their problem.
Through the use of various techniques such as CBT, NLP, BCT, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and family counselling, I have successfully helped all of my clients reduce their problems or fully recover.
I have spent several years working with couples therapy, bipolar, depression ,anxiety disorders, addiction, PMS ,infant loss and OCD .I'm committed to providing counselling with the most up-to-date techniques to build a healing and therapeutic relationship with clients. I will help my client to recover from stress, anxiety, trauma and loss. During the sessions I ensure that the relationship between me and the client is a safe and supportive, one in order to allow the client to freely express their problems. Each session will be fully effective in order to help my patients solve or overcome their problem.
07446 500016 View 07446 500016
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Nelly Lukava
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW1
I am a fully qualified integrative therapist, which means I am equipped with the wealth of different approaches (Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy, Counselling, Emotional Freedom Technique, NLP, Systemic Family Constellations Therapy etc.
Do you feel stuck in your life? Do you have a need to prove to others that you are good enough? Do you depend on the opinions of other people? Do you have repetitive scenarios in your relationships? Are you fed up with your old habits? Whatever challenges you have it is very important to understand that we are all learning and nobody is perfect, otherwise we would not be here on the planet Earth. I invite you to explore and release what is on the way to the real You, what is holding you back. Imagine what it would feel like to have a true freedom in your life. What would it look like? What would it sound like?
I am a fully qualified integrative therapist, which means I am equipped with the wealth of different approaches (Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy, Counselling, Emotional Freedom Technique, NLP, Systemic Family Constellations Therapy etc.
Do you feel stuck in your life? Do you have a need to prove to others that you are good enough? Do you depend on the opinions of other people? Do you have repetitive scenarios in your relationships? Are you fed up with your old habits? Whatever challenges you have it is very important to understand that we are all learning and nobody is perfect, otherwise we would not be here on the planet Earth. I invite you to explore and release what is on the way to the real You, what is holding you back. Imagine what it would feel like to have a true freedom in your life. What would it look like? What would it sound like?
020 3322 9025 View 020 3322 9025
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theultimatetherapist
Psychotherapist, MSc, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW2
I also deal with food Issues and weight loss and use Clinical hypnotherapy pioneered by Professor Whorwell for IBS.
I deal with a large variety of emotional and psychological problems and my goal is to help clients learn strategies to manage their personal challenges and reach their goals in as fast a time possible. My areas of expertise include CBT for all types of Anxiety disorders and phobias. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), recognised as particularly successful for PTSD and trauma issues and hypnotherapy and mindfulness techniques. I have also successfully treated all types of weight and food issues. I offer unconditional positive regard, compassion, empathy, genuineness and respect for you, and your values
I also deal with food Issues and weight loss and use Clinical hypnotherapy pioneered by Professor Whorwell for IBS.
I deal with a large variety of emotional and psychological problems and my goal is to help clients learn strategies to manage their personal challenges and reach their goals in as fast a time possible. My areas of expertise include CBT for all types of Anxiety disorders and phobias. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), recognised as particularly successful for PTSD and trauma issues and hypnotherapy and mindfulness techniques. I have also successfully treated all types of weight and food issues. I offer unconditional positive regard, compassion, empathy, genuineness and respect for you, and your values
020 4538 7738 View 020 4538 7738
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Master Counselling Centre (MCC)
Psychologist, MA, CPsychol
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW4
I have two master's degrees and more than ten years of experience in psychotherapy, counseling, and hypnotherapy, I speak seven languages and I am the author of three published books.
My name is Saboor, effective therapy requires a good professional relationship between therapist and client. It can also be a difficult process to start therapy. I, therefore, offer a FREE initial telephone consultation to help us both diagnose if I am the right therapist for you. I am flexible in my treatment, I try to create a space of openness and safety to allow my clients to explore. I work within the humanistic models as well as using techniques from CBT, DBT, PTSD, ADHD, and PHOBIA.
I have two master's degrees and more than ten years of experience in psychotherapy, counseling, and hypnotherapy, I speak seven languages and I am the author of three published books.
My name is Saboor, effective therapy requires a good professional relationship between therapist and client. It can also be a difficult process to start therapy. I, therefore, offer a FREE initial telephone consultation to help us both diagnose if I am the right therapist for you. I am flexible in my treatment, I try to create a space of openness and safety to allow my clients to explore. I work within the humanistic models as well as using techniques from CBT, DBT, PTSD, ADHD, and PHOBIA.
020 3826 8947 View 020 3826 8947
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Daniel Fryer
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW3  (Online Only)
I use a highly effective form of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) known as rational emotive behaviour therapy (REBT) as well as clinical hypnotherapy (either separately or combined) to help you with a variety of issues including all forms of anxiety, as well as work stress, life stress, anger management, insomnia, IBS, confidence issues and more.
Hello there, I'm a mental health and wellbeing consultant and have been in practicefor nearly 20 years now. I've worked in a variety of settings, including private practice (in both London and Bristol), the NHS, occupational health, private healthcare and The Priory Hospital. I also develop workshops, webinars and live presentations and am the author of two pop psych self-help titles. I bring wit, wisdom and experience into the room. If you need help with your anxiety and stress, including work stress, life stress and burnout, if you want help with your confidence, or in overcoming a life challenge, I can help
I use a highly effective form of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) known as rational emotive behaviour therapy (REBT) as well as clinical hypnotherapy (either separately or combined) to help you with a variety of issues including all forms of anxiety, as well as work stress, life stress, anger management, insomnia, IBS, confidence issues and more.
Hello there, I'm a mental health and wellbeing consultant and have been in practicefor nearly 20 years now. I've worked in a variety of settings, including private practice (in both London and Bristol), the NHS, occupational health, private healthcare and The Priory Hospital. I also develop workshops, webinars and live presentations and am the author of two pop psych self-help titles. I bring wit, wisdom and experience into the room. If you need help with your anxiety and stress, including work stress, life stress and burnout, if you want help with your confidence, or in overcoming a life challenge, I can help
0117 325 6775 View 0117 325 6775
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Francesca Sciandra
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1
My approach blends therapeutic modalities, including hypnotherapy, somatic methods, humanistic counselling, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness practices, and inner child work.
I provide integrative therapy and counselling for anxiety, relationship challenges, and sexual issues. I specialise in helping people process and heal anxiety and other difficulties affecting their adult relationships and sex lives. Challenges I help people with include healing from childhood abuse and neglect, exploring and resolving relationship issues, resolving sexual issues, exploring attachment issues, including anxious, avoidant, and disorganised patterns, and overcoming anger and jealousy. You deserve an authentic and joyful life.
My approach blends therapeutic modalities, including hypnotherapy, somatic methods, humanistic counselling, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness practices, and inner child work.
I provide integrative therapy and counselling for anxiety, relationship challenges, and sexual issues. I specialise in helping people process and heal anxiety and other difficulties affecting their adult relationships and sex lives. Challenges I help people with include healing from childhood abuse and neglect, exploring and resolving relationship issues, resolving sexual issues, exploring attachment issues, including anxious, avoidant, and disorganised patterns, and overcoming anger and jealousy. You deserve an authentic and joyful life.
020 3838 0861 View 020 3838 0861
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Dr Allan Willis
Psychologist, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1
These include hypnotherapy, Narrative therapy, EFT and solution-focused therapy.
I work as a psychologist, psychotherapist and hypnotherapist to help people with life challenges make lasting change. My clients come to me with life issues such as anxiety, depression and anger and these are limiting their lives. I help them to identify the barriers in their life and support them to develop positive, effective change.
These include hypnotherapy, Narrative therapy, EFT and solution-focused therapy.
I work as a psychologist, psychotherapist and hypnotherapist to help people with life challenges make lasting change. My clients come to me with life issues such as anxiety, depression and anger and these are limiting their lives. I help them to identify the barriers in their life and support them to develop positive, effective change.
020 3962 2347 View 020 3962 2347
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London Clinic Of Hypnotherapy
Not Verified Not Verified
North West London, London NW3
These unhealthy cycles and systems we often create, such as emotional eating, binge drinking, restrictive behaviours and isolation, conflict and anxiety can be alleviated with Hypnotherapy.
‘Best Hypnotherapist for the whole family' Evening Standard
These unhealthy cycles and systems we often create, such as emotional eating, binge drinking, restrictive behaviours and isolation, conflict and anxiety can be alleviated with Hypnotherapy.
‘Best Hypnotherapist for the whole family' Evening Standard
020 3909 8996 View 020 3909 8996
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Monica C Hypnotherapy
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW7  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Monica Chatterjee. I work with a wide variety of people and problems using the Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy approach which is integrative and always puts YOU at the centre: it's your problem, your thoughts, feelings, behaviour and it's YOUR life. I help you find the answers and use hypnosis to strengthen your new-found beliefs. Maybe you are struggling with social anxiety, stress, insomnia, panic attacks, low esteem, habits, a phobia, asserting yourself, or something else that's blocking your potential or your peace of mind.
Hello! My name is Monica Chatterjee. I work with a wide variety of people and problems using the Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy approach which is integrative and always puts YOU at the centre: it's your problem, your thoughts, feelings, behaviour and it's YOUR life. I help you find the answers and use hypnosis to strengthen your new-found beliefs. Maybe you are struggling with social anxiety, stress, insomnia, panic attacks, low esteem, habits, a phobia, asserting yourself, or something else that's blocking your potential or your peace of mind.
020 3835 6124 View 020 3835 6124
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Sonalle Coaching & Creative Therapies
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW8  (Online Only)
It incorporates Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Human Givens Psychotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, IFS, DBT, CBT, Bodynamic, Neuro-Linguistic Programming & Hypnotherapy.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, stress or trauma? Or do you feel that something is missing, or just isn't quite right? Do you want a fast & effective embodied solution from your home/office without a lifetime of therapy? Then email me... Online sessions only. For a limited time only, I am offering new psychotherapy clients a free 15 min clarity telephone call to see how it feels to work together.
It incorporates Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Human Givens Psychotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, IFS, DBT, CBT, Bodynamic, Neuro-Linguistic Programming & Hypnotherapy.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, stress or trauma? Or do you feel that something is missing, or just isn't quite right? Do you want a fast & effective embodied solution from your home/office without a lifetime of therapy? Then email me... Online sessions only. For a limited time only, I am offering new psychotherapy clients a free 15 min clarity telephone call to see how it feels to work together.
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Christina Johnson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MHGI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW1
Are you currently impacted by anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, ADHD, phobia, addiction, overeating, grief , or anger ? Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, hopeless or living in fear and anxiety ? Are you struggling to deal with family members or work colleagues ? Would you like support with life transitions, career choices or relationship issues ? Are you a new or expectant parent and seeking support ? (www.marvellousmammas.co.uk)
Are you currently impacted by anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, ADHD, phobia, addiction, overeating, grief , or anger ? Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, hopeless or living in fear and anxiety ? Are you struggling to deal with family members or work colleagues ? Would you like support with life transitions, career choices or relationship issues ? Are you a new or expectant parent and seeking support ? (www.marvellousmammas.co.uk)
020 3856 4075 View 020 3856 4075
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Dr Cristian A Nica
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1
Psychologist, HCPC-registered supervisor in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Providing services for individuals, couples and families beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST) - the most effective and intuitive psychological framework. I address all psychopathologies. My goal is to provide you with a strong mental platform and the skills to help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward.
Psychologist, HCPC-registered supervisor in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Providing services for individuals, couples and families beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST) - the most effective and intuitive psychological framework. I address all psychopathologies. My goal is to provide you with a strong mental platform and the skills to help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward.
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Nasreen Shah
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW5  (Online Only)
Do you want to be able to enjoy life, but feel like something is always holding you back? Perhaps there’s a situation or past trauma you can’t move on from. Maybe you don’t even know what’s wrong, but you know you’re not yourself. Although it’s not always talked about, many people suffer from anxiety or depression at some point in their life. I know that mental health conditions themselves can make it hard to reach out for support. I help people who are suffering with problems like anxiety, depression, trauma, or a loss of confidence. I can help you figure out what’s going on, and most importantly, how to feel like yourself again.
Do you want to be able to enjoy life, but feel like something is always holding you back? Perhaps there’s a situation or past trauma you can’t move on from. Maybe you don’t even know what’s wrong, but you know you’re not yourself. Although it’s not always talked about, many people suffer from anxiety or depression at some point in their life. I know that mental health conditions themselves can make it hard to reach out for support. I help people who are suffering with problems like anxiety, depression, trauma, or a loss of confidence. I can help you figure out what’s going on, and most importantly, how to feel like yourself again.
01582 377999 View 01582 377999
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Pat Capel
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW6
Are you or your loved ones struggling with difficulties like depression, anxiety or trauma? Do you have difficulties getting to or staying asleep? Tricky relationships or situations at work or at home can cause stress and anxiety. For your children, the difficulties could be about school and university. I enjoy working with adults and young people who are finding life a little tricky. My 30 year career in the classroom means I understand adolescents and their difficulties. My aim is to help you identify the areas that are difficult and then to find strategies and solutions to overcome these.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with difficulties like depression, anxiety or trauma? Do you have difficulties getting to or staying asleep? Tricky relationships or situations at work or at home can cause stress and anxiety. For your children, the difficulties could be about school and university. I enjoy working with adults and young people who are finding life a little tricky. My 30 year career in the classroom means I understand adolescents and their difficulties. My aim is to help you identify the areas that are difficult and then to find strategies and solutions to overcome these.
020 3856 3817 View 020 3856 3817
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Amir Oren
Psychologist, MA, CPsychol
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW4
I have extensive experience working with both children and adults coping with different psychological symptoms and medical conditions. Over the years I have worked extensively with people with problems such as depression and anxiety (e.g. stress, OCD, specific phobias, health worries, sleep problems, skin picking and trichotillomania). I also have experience in working with children with ADHD and providing consultations to parents on different parenting issues (e.g. behavioura
I have extensive experience working with both children and adults coping with different psychological symptoms and medical conditions. Over the years I have worked extensively with people with problems such as depression and anxiety (e.g. stress, OCD, specific phobias, health worries, sleep problems, skin picking and trichotillomania). I also have experience in working with children with ADHD and providing consultations to parents on different parenting issues (e.g. behavioura
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Lara Just
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW3
Do you sometimes feel lost or unsure about what your purpose is? Why you are here? Why life has happened as it did so far? Are you struggling to get through a tough life transition, loss or grief? Are you at times not sure what you have to offer to the world; what you are meant to do or what you really want? Do you find it difficult to trust others or are wondering how to improve your relationships with others? I offer a safe, unbiased space to talk that is removed from your direct family and friends. This freedom to speak openly can be helpful when trying to talk through tricky and uncomfortable feelings.
Do you sometimes feel lost or unsure about what your purpose is? Why you are here? Why life has happened as it did so far? Are you struggling to get through a tough life transition, loss or grief? Are you at times not sure what you have to offer to the world; what you are meant to do or what you really want? Do you find it difficult to trust others or are wondering how to improve your relationships with others? I offer a safe, unbiased space to talk that is removed from your direct family and friends. This freedom to speak openly can be helpful when trying to talk through tricky and uncomfortable feelings.
020 3879 4156 View 020 3879 4156
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Dr Rob Agnew
Psychologist, AFBPSsS
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1  (Online Only)
Hey, thanks for looking at my profile. I've been in private practice since 2011 treating fatigue, issues related to ADHD and ASD, issues related to head injury, trauma, OCD, health anxiety and BDD; but I can help with most difficulties. I have worked a lot with LGBTQ+ communities and am the Chair of the Section of Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity of the British Psychological Society. I'm also a gay, cis-gendered man and trans ally. I work in partnership with a prescriber to offer rapid ADHD diagnosis (meeting NHS/NICE standards) and medication (turnaround often only 5 to 6 weeks).
Hey, thanks for looking at my profile. I've been in private practice since 2011 treating fatigue, issues related to ADHD and ASD, issues related to head injury, trauma, OCD, health anxiety and BDD; but I can help with most difficulties. I have worked a lot with LGBTQ+ communities and am the Chair of the Section of Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity of the British Psychological Society. I'm also a gay, cis-gendered man and trans ally. I work in partnership with a prescriber to offer rapid ADHD diagnosis (meeting NHS/NICE standards) and medication (turnaround often only 5 to 6 weeks).
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Lee Martin Mbacp(Sen Accred) Emdr(Accred) Ma Ba(Hons) Pg-Dip
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW8  (Online Only)
Hello and Welcome, Life has indeed become complex. Many of us are now struggling with our mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings have risen to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a Master Degree and EMDR Accredited, I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life has indeed become complex. Many of us are now struggling with our mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings have risen to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a Master Degree and EMDR Accredited, I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
020 4538 6792 View 020 4538 6792
Anna Maria Magdalena Wybraniec
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1
Whether you want to recover from a specific psychological difficulty or whether you just want to talk, or if you do not know what is wrong but feel that something is not right- I will make sure that you receive the help you need. I have worked in the UK mental health since the 1990s in a variety of NHS and private settings. Over the years I have developed a very successful way of treatment of often very difficult problems related to past trauma, phobia, panic attacks, anxiety and others. I would like everybody to know that complete recovery from such problems is possible and this is what you should expect from your therapist.
Whether you want to recover from a specific psychological difficulty or whether you just want to talk, or if you do not know what is wrong but feel that something is not right- I will make sure that you receive the help you need. I have worked in the UK mental health since the 1990s in a variety of NHS and private settings. Over the years I have developed a very successful way of treatment of often very difficult problems related to past trauma, phobia, panic attacks, anxiety and others. I would like everybody to know that complete recovery from such problems is possible and this is what you should expect from your therapist.
020 3675 1908 View 020 3675 1908
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Lee Martin Mbacp(Sen.accred)Emdr(Accred) Ma Ba(Hons) Pg-Dip
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW3  (Online Only)
Hello and Welcome, Life has indeed become complex. Many of us are now struggling with our mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings have risen to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a Master Degree and EMDR Accredited, I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life has indeed become complex. Many of us are now struggling with our mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings have risen to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a Master Degree and EMDR Accredited, I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
020 3984 8581 View 020 3984 8581

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Hypnotherapy Counsellors

How does hypnotherapy work?

Hypnotherapy works by using guided hypnosis to help you reach a state of focus and concentration through mental imagery and soothing verbal repetition. The state is somewhat like being absorbed in a book, a film, or your own thoughts. You are not under a therapist’s “control,” but they can help you relax and turn your attention inward to discover the resources to achieve behaviour change or better manage psychological concerns. Therapy sessions may involve guiding you through recognising a problem, releasing problematic thoughts about it, and considering and accepting more productive alternatives before returning to normal awareness. Hypnotherapy is typically used by a therapist along with traditional forms of talk therapy. Eventually, your therapist can help you learn hypnotherapy techniques yourself, so you can establish a stronger sense of control on your own in stressful or challenging moments.

Is hypnotherapy the same as hypnosis?

Hypnotherapy, which is sometimes called hypnotic suggestion, is a therapeutic technique in which a therapist uses hypnosis to help patients. It is not the kind of hypnosis portrayed in stage shows, or in movies or on television. You will not be unconscious or asleep during hypnotherapy, you will not lose control of yourself, your thoughts, or your free will, and you will be able to fully recall your experience. And while you will hear your therapist’s suggestions, it is always up to you to decide whether to act on them. Hypnosis by a trained mental-health professional is not a form of mind control, which is impossible to achieve anyway.

Can everyone be hypnotised?

The most common challenge of hypnotherapy is that as many as one in four people cannot be hypnotised. Brain imaging has confirmed differences in patterns of brain connectivity between those who respond to hypnotism and those who do not. Other people who could potentially be hypnotised may not respond to the technique because of their scepticism or resistance to entering a hypnotic state. If a therapist’s “post-hypnotic suggestion” is effective, it’s because they are suggesting something you want to achieve.

Does hypnotherapy work?

Through hypnotherapy, you can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. Like other talk therapy techniques, when hypnotherapy succeeds, it’s a case of mind over matter. Effective hypnotherapy involves self-healing because you access resources you need to change inside of yourself and learn how to tap into them whenever you need. Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective therapy for anxiety, phobias, stress, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual dysfunction, and undesirable behaviours like smoking. It can be used to help improve sleep or to address relationship challenges, and to aid with pain management, digestive disorders, skin conditions, and the gastrointestinal side effects of pregnancy or chemotherapy.